restore-crashed-chat

Detect crashed Claude Code chats and restore them by crash ID.

1|Updated Jan 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/martiendejong/autonomous-dev-system --skill restore-crashed-chat
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: restore-crashed-chat
Source: https://github.com/martiendejong/autonomous-dev-system/tree/main/.claude/skills/restore-crashed-chat
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/martiendejong/autonomous-dev-system --skill restore-crashed-chat

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Restore crashed Claude Code chats by their easy IDs to quickly recover context and resume work after an unexpected termination.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detect crashed chats and present available crash IDs (e.g., crash-001, crash-002).
  • Restore a specific chat by ID, reconstructing original session metadata, recent messages, and continuation instructions.
  • Apply the restored context to seamlessly resume the work and continue from where it left off.

Quick Start

To resume a crashed chat, request restoration with the crash ID such as crash-001.

Frequently Asked Questions about restore-crashed-chat

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I restore a crashed Claude Code chat session?

To restore a crashed Claude Code chat session, request restoration using its specific crash ID, such as crash-001. The skill reconstructs original session metadata, recent messages, and continuation instructions to seamlessly resume work.

How can I detect which Claude Code chat sessions have crashed?

You can detect crashed Claude Code chats by running the dedicated detection scripts. The process presents available crash IDs, like crash-001 or crash-002, allowing you to identify and select the specific session for restoration.

What context is recovered when I resume a crashed chat by ID?

Restoring a crashed chat by ID recovers original session metadata, recent message history, and continuation instructions. This restored context is reapplied seamlessly, enabling you to continue tasks exactly from where the session left off.

Does restoring crashed Claude chats work with PowerShell?

Yes, restoring crashed Claude chats supports PowerShell environments. Dedicated scripts detect crashed chats and restore a selected chat by ID, applying the restored context with metadata and history to continue tasks within the session.

What is the best way to recover context after an unexpected Claude Code termination?

The best way to recover context after an unexpected Claude Code termination is restoring the crashed chat by its easy ID. This reapplies previous context, including metadata and history, to resume work without losing progress.